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Welcome

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Dear BERNINA customer

Congratulations! You have decided on BERNINA and therefore on a product which will delight you for years.

For more than 100 years our family company has attached greatest importance to satisfied customers. As for

me, it is a matter of personal concern to offer you Swiss development and precision at the height of

perfection, future-orientated sewing technology and a comprehensive customer service.

The BERNINA 5-series consists of various ultramodern machines, whose development not only focused the

highest demands on technique and the ease of use but also considered the design of the product. After all

we sell our products to creative people like you, who do not only appreciate high quality but also form and

design.

Enjoy the creative sewing, embroidering and quilting on your new BERNINA 535 and keep informed about

the various accessories at www.bernina.com. On our homepage you will also find a lot of inspiring sewing

instructions, to be downloaded for free.

Our highly trained BERNINA dealers will provide you with more information on service and maintenance

offers.

I wish you lots of pleasure and many creative hours with your new BERNINA.

H.P. Ueltschi

Owner

BERNINA International AG

CH-8266 Steckborn

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Edition notice

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Text, Setting and Layout

BERNINA International AG

Fotos

Patrice Heilmann, Winterthur

Part number

2017/10 en 1028875.0.04

1st Edition

Copyright

2017 BERNINA International AG

concerning the features of the machine can be made at any time and without advance notice. The supplied

accessory can vary depending on the country of delivery.

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Contents

IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS................................................................................................14

1 My BERNINA.......................................................................................................................................18

1.1 Introduction ............................................................................................................................18

1.2 Welcome to the world of BERNINA .........................................................................................18

1.3 Key to signs ............................................................................................................................19

1.4 Overview Machine ..................................................................................................................20

Overview front controls .......................................................................................................20

Overview front ....................................................................................................................21

Overview sideways ..............................................................................................................22

Overview back.....................................................................................................................23

1.5 Supplied accessories................................................................................................................23

Overview accessories machine .............................................................................................23

Use of the power cable (only USA/Canada)..........................................................................25

Overview presser feet ..........................................................................................................26

Accessory box......................................................................................................................27

1.6 Overview User Interface ..........................................................................................................28

Overview functions/visual information .................................................................................28

Overview System settings ....................................................................................................28

Overview selection menu sewing .........................................................................................29

Overview Icons ....................................................................................................................29

1.7 Needle, Thread, Fabric.............................................................................................................30

Overview needles ................................................................................................................30

Example for needle description ............................................................................................32

Thread selection ..................................................................................................................32

Needle/thread combination .................................................................................................33

2 Sewing preparation...........................................................................................................................34

2.1 Accessory box .........................................................................................................................34

Removing and attaching the accessory box..........................................................................34

Storing accessories ..............................................................................................................34

2.2 Connection and Switching on .................................................................................................35

Connecting the foot control ................................................................................................35

Connecting the machine .....................................................................................................35

Attaching the knee lifter of the Free Hand System ...............................................................35

Fixing the touchscreen pen ..................................................................................................36

Switching the machine on ...................................................................................................36

2.3 Foot control ...........................................................................................................................36

Regulating the speed via the foot control ............................................................................36

Raising/Lowering the needle ................................................................................................37

2.4 Spool pin ................................................................................................................................37

Retractable spool pin ...........................................................................................................37

Horizontal spool pin ............................................................................................................38

2.5 Free arm .................................................................................................................................39

2.6 Feed dog.................................................................................................................................39

Adjusting the feed dog........................................................................................................39

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2.7 Slide-on table..........................................................................................................................40

Using the slide-on table .......................................................................................................40

2.8 Presser foot.............................................................................................................................41

Adjusting the presser position via the knee lifter of the Free Hand System ..........................41

Changing the presser foot ...................................................................................................41

Having the presser foot displayed in the user interface.........................................................42

Adjusting the presser foot pressure......................................................................................42

2.9 Adjusting the feed dog ...........................................................................................................43

2.10 Needle and stitch plate............................................................................................................43

Changing the needle ...........................................................................................................43

Selecting the needle in the User Interface ............................................................................43

Select the needle type and the needle size...........................................................................43

Adjusting the needle position up/down ...............................................................................44

Adjusting the needle position left/right ................................................................................44

Needle stop up/down (permanent) ......................................................................................44

Changing the stitch plate ....................................................................................................45

Selecting the stitch plate in the User Interface......................................................................45

2.11 Threading ...............................................................................................................................46

Threading the upper thread.................................................................................................46

Threading the double needle ...............................................................................................48

Threading the triple needle..................................................................................................49

Winding the bobbin thread .................................................................................................50

Threading the bobbin thread ...............................................................................................50

Instruction how to thread the bobbin thread .......................................................................53

3 Setup Program ...................................................................................................................................54

3.1 Sewing settings.......................................................................................................................54

Adjusting the upper thread tension .....................................................................................54

Adjusting the maximum sewing speed.................................................................................54

Programming securing stitches ...........................................................................................54

Programming the button «Thread cutter» ...........................................................................55

Programming the button «Securing»...................................................................................55

Programming the button «Quick reverse» ...........................................................................56

3.2 Embroidery settings.................................................................................................................56

Adjusting the upper thread tension .....................................................................................56

Adjusting the maximum embroidering speed.......................................................................57

Centering the embroidery motif or opening in original position ...........................................57

Calibrating the hoop ...........................................................................................................58

Entering the fabric thickness................................................................................................58

Programming securing stitches (Smart Secure) .....................................................................59

Adjusting the thread cut......................................................................................................59

Changing the measuring unit ..............................................................................................60

3.3 Selecting personal settings ......................................................................................................61

3.4 Monitoring functions ..............................................................................................................62

Activating the upper thread indicator ..................................................................................62

3.5 Activating the audio signals.....................................................................................................62

3.6 Machine settings.....................................................................................................................63

Selecting a language ...........................................................................................................63

Adjusting the brightness of the display ................................................................................63

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Adjusting the sewing light ...................................................................................................63

Checking the firmware version ............................................................................................64

Reviewing the total number of stitches ................................................................................64

Registering details of the dealer...........................................................................................65

Saving Service data..............................................................................................................65

Back to basic setting............................................................................................................66

Deleting user data ...............................................................................................................66

Deleting motifs on the BERNINA USB Stick...........................................................................67

Calibrating the Buttonhole foot No. 3A ...............................................................................67

Updating the machine Firmware..........................................................................................68

Recovering saved data .........................................................................................................69

Cleaning the thread catcher ................................................................................................69

Lubricating the machine ......................................................................................................70

Packing the embroidery module ..........................................................................................70

4 System settings..................................................................................................................................72

4.1 Calling up the Tutorial.............................................................................................................72

4.2 Calling up the Creative Consultant..........................................................................................72

4.3 Using eco mode ......................................................................................................................72

4.4 Calling up the Help .................................................................................................................72

4.5 Cancelling any alterations with «clr» .......................................................................................73

5 Creative sewing .................................................................................................................................74

5.1 Overview selection menu sewing.............................................................................................74

Selecting a stitch pattern .....................................................................................................74

5.2 Regulating the speed ..............................................................................................................74

5.3 Adjusting the upper thread tension .........................................................................................74

5.4 Editing stitch patterns .............................................................................................................75

Changing the stitch width ...................................................................................................75

Changing the stitch length ..................................................................................................75

Correcting the balance ........................................................................................................76

Programming pattern repeat ...............................................................................................76

Mirror image of stitch patterns ............................................................................................76

Quick reverse.......................................................................................................................77

Permanent Quick reverse .....................................................................................................77

Backstepping.......................................................................................................................77

5.5 Combining stitch patterns .......................................................................................................78

Overview Combi mode ........................................................................................................78

Creating Stitch pattern combinations...................................................................................78

Saving a stitch pattern combination.....................................................................................78

Loading a stitch pattern combination...................................................................................78

Overwriting a stitch pattern combination.............................................................................79

Deleting a stitch pattern combination ..................................................................................79

Editing a single stitch pattern...............................................................................................79

Deleting a single stitch pattern ............................................................................................79

Adding a single stitch pattern ..............................................................................................80

Mirroring a stitch pattern combination ................................................................................81

Stitch pattern combination Subdivider 1 ..............................................................................81

Stitch pattern combination Subdivider 2 ..............................................................................81

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Securing a stitch pattern combination..................................................................................81

Programming pattern repeat ...............................................................................................82

5.6 Administering stitch patterns...................................................................................................82

Saving settings of stitch patterns .........................................................................................82

Saving stitch patterns in personal memory ...........................................................................82

Overwriting stitch patterns from the personal memory ........................................................83

Loading stitch patterns from the personal memory ..............................................................83

Deleting stitch patterns from the personal memory..............................................................83

Uploading a stitch pattern from the BERNINA USB stick .......................................................83

Deleting stitch patterns from the BERNINA USB stick ...........................................................84

5.7 Securing..................................................................................................................................84

Securing a seam with the button «Securing».......................................................................84

Securing via the icon «Securing» .........................................................................................84

5.8 Height Compensation of uneven layers ...................................................................................85

5.9 Sewing Corners.......................................................................................................................86

6 Practical stitches ................................................................................................................................87

6.1 Overview Practical stitches.......................................................................................................87

6.2 Sewing straight stitch..............................................................................................................89

6.3 Securing with the automatic Securing Program .......................................................................90

6.4 Sewing in the zipper ...............................................................................................................90

6.5 Sewing both sides of the zipper from bottom to top ...............................................................91

6.6 Sewing triple straight stitch .....................................................................................................92

6.7 Sewing Triple zig zag ..............................................................................................................93

6.8 Manual darning ......................................................................................................................93

6.9 Automatic darning ..................................................................................................................95

6.10 Reinforced darning, automatic ................................................................................................96

6.11 Reinforced Darning Program ...................................................................................................97

6.12 Finishing edges .......................................................................................................................97

6.13 Sewing Double overlock..........................................................................................................98

6.14 Narrow edgestitching..............................................................................................................98

6.15 Wide edgestitching .................................................................................................................98

6.16 Edgestitching using the seam guide (optional accessory) .........................................................99

6.17 Sewing hem edges..................................................................................................................99

6.18 Sewing blind hems................................................................................................................100

6.19 Sewing visible hems ..............................................................................................................101

6.20 Sewing flat joining seams......................................................................................................102

6.21 Sewing basting stitches .........................................................................................................102

7 Decorative stitches ..........................................................................................................................103

7.1 Overview Decorative Stitches.................................................................................................103

7.2 Bobbin-Play...........................................................................................................................104

7.3 Sewing cross stitches.............................................................................................................105

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7.4 Pintucks ................................................................................................................................105

Pintucks.............................................................................................................................105

Overview pintucks .............................................................................................................106

Inserting the cord ..............................................................................................................106

Sewing Pintucks ................................................................................................................107

8 Alphabets .........................................................................................................................................108

8.1 Overview Alphabet................................................................................................................108

8.2 Creating lettering..................................................................................................................108

9 Buttonholes......................................................................................................................................110

9.1 Overview Buttonholes ...........................................................................................................110

9.2 Making use of the height compensation tool ........................................................................111

9.3 Using the compensation plate ...............................................................................................112

9.4 Marking buttonholes.............................................................................................................112

9.5 Cord .....................................................................................................................................113

Using cord with the Buttonhole foot with slide No. 3A ......................................................113

Using cord with the Buttonhole foot with slide No. 3 (optional accessory)..........................114

9.6 Sewing a test sample ............................................................................................................115

9.7 Determining the buttonhole slit width...................................................................................115

9.8 Determining the buttonhole length .......................................................................................116

9.9 Using the stitch counter function ..........................................................................................116

9.10 Sewing a buttonhole automatically .......................................................................................117

9.11 Programming the Heirloom buttonhole .................................................................................118

9.12 Sewing the manual 7-step buttonhole...................................................................................118

9.13 Sewing the manual 5-step buttonhole...................................................................................119

9.14 Cutting the buttonhole open with the seam ripper................................................................120

9.15 Cutting open buttonholes with the buttonhole cutter (optional accessory) ............................120

9.16 Sewing on buttons................................................................................................................120

9.17 Sewing eyelets ......................................................................................................................121

10 Quilting ............................................................................................................................................122

10.1 Overview Quilt Stitches .........................................................................................................122

10.2 Quilting, Securing Program ...................................................................................................123

10.3 Sewing handlook quilt stitches ..............................................................................................123

10.4 Guiding the quilt work freely.................................................................................................124

11 BERNINA Stitch Regulator (BSR) .....................................................................................................125

11.1 BSR mode 1 ..........................................................................................................................125

11.2 BSR mode 2 ..........................................................................................................................125

11.3 BSR function with Straight stitch No. 1..................................................................................125

11.4 BSR function with Zig zag No. 2 ............................................................................................125

11.5 Sewing preparations for quilting ...........................................................................................125

Attach the BSR presser foot ...............................................................................................125

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Changing the presser foot sole ..........................................................................................126

11.6 Using the BSR mode..............................................................................................................126

11.7 Securing................................................................................................................................127

Securing in BSR1 mode with the button «Start/Stop» ........................................................127

Securing in BSR2 mode......................................................................................................127

12 My BERNINA Embroidery ................................................................................................................129

12.1 Overview Embroidery module................................................................................................129

12.2 Supplied accessories Embroidery module...............................................................................129

Overview Accessories Embroidery module..........................................................................129

12.3 Overview User Interface ........................................................................................................130

Overview functions/visual information ...............................................................................130

Overview System settings ..................................................................................................131

Overview Selection menu embroidery ................................................................................131

12.4 Important Embroidery information ........................................................................................131

Upper thread.....................................................................................................................131

Bobbin thread ...................................................................................................................132

Selecting the embroidery file format ..................................................................................132

Embroidery test .................................................................................................................133

The size of the embroidery motif .......................................................................................133

Embroidering motifs by third-party providers .....................................................................133

Underlay stitches ...............................................................................................................133

Satin stitch ........................................................................................................................133

Step stitch .........................................................................................................................134

Connecting stitches ...........................................................................................................134

13 Embroidering preparation ..............................................................................................................135

13.1 Attaching the Module ...........................................................................................................135

13.2 Removing the embroidery module.........................................................................................135

13.3 Preparing the machine ..........................................................................................................136

Lowering the feed dog ......................................................................................................136

Selecting an embroidery motif ...........................................................................................136

13.4 Embroidery foot ....................................................................................................................136

Attaching the embroidery foot ..........................................................................................136

Selecting the presser foot in the User Interface ..................................................................137

13.5 Needle and stitch plate..........................................................................................................138

Inserting the embroidery needle ........................................................................................138

Selecting the embroidery needle in the User Interface........................................................138

Selecting the needle type and the needle size ....................................................................138

Attaching the stitch plate ..................................................................................................139

Selecting the stitch plate in the User Interface....................................................................140

Thread-up command .........................................................................................................140

13.6 Embroidery hoop ..................................................................................................................140

Overview Embroidery hoop selection .................................................................................140

Selecting the embroidery hoop ..........................................................................................140

Tear-away stabilizers..........................................................................................................141

Cut-away stabilizers...........................................................................................................141

Using adhesive spray .........................................................................................................141

Using spray starch .............................................................................................................141

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Using iron-on interfacing ...................................................................................................141

Using paper-backed adhesive stabilizer ..............................................................................141

Using water-soluble stabilizer ............................................................................................142

Preparing the embroidery hoop .........................................................................................142

Attaching the hoop ...........................................................................................................143

Overview Embroidery functions .........................................................................................144

Center the needle to the embroidery hoop ........................................................................144

Moving the hoop to the back ............................................................................................144

Moving the module for the sewing mode ..........................................................................144

Grid on/off ........................................................................................................................145

Locating the center of the embroidery motif......................................................................145

Virtual positioning of the embroidery hoop........................................................................145

14 Setup Program .................................................................................................................................146

14.1 Adjusting the embroidery settings in the Setup Program .......................................................146

15 Creative embroidering ....................................................................................................................147

15.1 Overview embroidering .........................................................................................................147

15.2 Selecting and changing the embroidery motif .......................................................................147

15.3 Checking the embroidery time and the embroidery motif size ...............................................147

15.4 Regulating the speed ............................................................................................................147

15.5 Editing the embroidery motif.................................................................................................148

Overview Editing embroidery motif....................................................................................148

Scaling up the embroidery motif view................................................................................148

Downsizing the embroidery motif view..............................................................................148

Moving the embroidery motif view ....................................................................................148

Moving the embroidery motif in enlarged view..................................................................149

Moving the embroidery motif ............................................................................................149

Rotating motif ...................................................................................................................149

Altering the embroidery motif size proportionally ..............................................................150

Altering the embroidery motif size disproportionally ..........................................................150

Mirroring embroidery motifs..............................................................................................151

Bending the text................................................................................................................151

Changing the stitch type ...................................................................................................151

Altering the stitch density ..................................................................................................152

Checking the size and the position of the embroidery motif .............................................152

Duplicating the embroidery motif ......................................................................................153

Deleting an embroidery motif ............................................................................................153

15.6 Combining embroidery motifs...............................................................................................153

Combining embroidery motifs ...........................................................................................153

Deleting a single embroidery motif ....................................................................................154

Duplicating the embroidery motif ......................................................................................154

Duplicating a combination.................................................................................................154

15.7 Creating lettering..................................................................................................................155

Overview embroidery alphabets.........................................................................................155

Creating words/sentences..................................................................................................156

Editing words/sentences ....................................................................................................156

15.8 Changing the colors of the embroidery motif ........................................................................157

Overview changing the color .............................................................................................157

Changing the colors ..........................................................................................................158

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Changing the thread brand ...............................................................................................158

15.9 Embroidering the embroidery motif.......................................................................................159

Overview Embroidery menu...............................................................................................159

Adding basting stitches .....................................................................................................159

Moving the hoop...............................................................................................................159

Embroidery sequence control when thread breaks .............................................................159

Cutting connecting stitches ...............................................................................................160

Reducing color changes.....................................................................................................160

Multi-colored embroidery motif on/off...............................................................................160

Color indication.................................................................................................................160

15.10 Free arm embroidering..........................................................................................................161

15.11 Administering embroidery motifs ..........................................................................................162

Administering embroidery motifs.......................................................................................162

Saving embroidery motifs in the personal memory.............................................................162

Saving the embroidery motif on the BERNINA USB stick.....................................................162

Overwriting the embroidery motif in the personal memory ................................................162

Overwriting the embroidery motif on the BERNINA USB stick.............................................163

Importing stitch patterns ...................................................................................................163

Loading an embroidery motif from the personal memory...................................................163

Loading an embroidery motif from the BERNINA USB stick ................................................164

Deleting an embroidery motif from the personal memory ..................................................164

Deleting an embroidery motif from the BERNINA USB stick................................................164

16 Embroidery.......................................................................................................................................165

16.1 Embroidering via the button «Start/Stop» .............................................................................165

16.2 Increasing the embroidery speed ...........................................................................................165

16.3 Adjusting the upper thread tension .......................................................................................165

16.4 Embroidering via the foot control..........................................................................................166

17 Attachment ......................................................................................................................................167

17.1 Maintenance and cleaning ....................................................................................................167

Cleaning the display ..........................................................................................................167

Cleaning the feed dog.......................................................................................................167

Cleaning the hook.............................................................................................................167

Lubricating the hook .........................................................................................................168

17.2 Troubleshooting....................................................................................................................170

17.3 Error messages......................................................................................................................173

17.4 Storage and disposal .............................................................................................................177

Storing the machine ..........................................................................................................177

Dispose of the machine .....................................................................................................177

17.5 Technical data.......................................................................................................................178

18 Overview motifs ..............................................................................................................................179

18.1 Overview Stitch patterns .......................................................................................................179

Practical stitches ................................................................................................................179

Buttonholes.......................................................................................................................179

Decorative stitches.............................................................................................................179

18.2 Overview Embroidery motifs..................................................................................................183

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Editing embroidery motifs..................................................................................................183

Quilt motifs .......................................................................................................................183

Ornaments ........................................................................................................................184

Flowers..............................................................................................................................184

Children ............................................................................................................................185

Seasons .............................................................................................................................185

Sports and hobby ..............................................................................................................186

Animals .............................................................................................................................187

Borders and Lace ...............................................................................................................188

Frames and borders ...........................................................................................................188

Designs with special effects ...............................................................................................189

Index.................................................................................................................................................190

Important safety instructions

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IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

Please be aware of the following basic safety instructions when using

your machine. Before using this machine, read instruction manual

carefully.

DANGER!

To reduce the risk of electrical shock:

• Never leave the machine unattended as long as it is plugged in.

• Always unplug the machine from the electrical outlet immediately

after using and before cleaning.

Protection against LED radiation:

• Do not view the LED light directly with optical instruments (e.g.

magnifier). The LED light corresponds with protection class 1M.

Protection against injuries:

• Attention moving parts. To avoid injuries, switch off the machine

before manipulations are carried out. Always close the cover

when operating the machine.

Important safety instructions

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WARNING

To reduce the risk of burns, fire, electric shock or injury to persons:

• To operate the machine always use the supplied power cable. The

power cable for USA and Canada (power plug NEMA 1-15) must

only be used for a power supply of maximal 150V against

ground.

• Use this machine only for purposes as described in this manual.

• Do not use the machine outdoors.

• Do not use this machine as a toy. Close attention is necessary

when this machine is used by or near children.

• The machine can be used by children older than 8 or by people

with reduced physical, sensory or mental capabilities or if there is

a lack of experience and knowledge how to operate the machine

as long as they are supervised or have been given instruction

concerning the responsible use of the appliance and are aware of

the involved risks.

• Children are not allowed to play with this machine.

• Cleaning and maintenance work must not be carried out by

children unless they are supervised.

• Never operate this machine if it has a damaged cord or plug, if it

is not working properly, if it has been dropped or damaged, or

dropped into water. Contact the nearest authorized BERNINA

dealer to arrange further details.

• Only use accessories recommended by the manufacturer.

• Don't use this machine when the ventilation openings are

blocked. Keep the ventilation openings free from the

accumulation of lint, dust and loose cloth.

• Never insert any objects into any openings of the machine.

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• Do not operate the machine where aerosol products (sprays) or

oxygen are being used.

• Keep fingers away from all moving parts. Special care is required

around the needle.

• Neither pull nor push the fabric while sewing. This can cause

needle breakage.

• When making any adjustments in the needle area - such as

threading the needle, changing the needle, threading the hook or

changing the presser foot - turn the power switch to «0».

• Do not use bent needles.

• Always use the original BERNINA stitch plate. The wrong stitch

plate can cause needle breakage.

• To disconnect, turn power switch to «0» and then remove the

plug from the outlet. Do not unplug by pulling the cord, instead

grasp the plug to pull it from the outlet.

• Always disconnect the power plug from the electrical outlet when

the covers are removed or opened, when the machine is

lubricated or during any other maintenance adjustments

mentioned in the instruction manual.

• This machine is provided with double insulation. Use only

identical replacement parts. See instructions for Servicing of

double-insulated products.

Important safety instructions

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Servicing of double-insulated products

In a double-insulated product two systems of insulation are provided

instead of groanding. No groanding means is provided on a

doubleinsulated product, nor should a means for groanding be added

to the product. Servicing a double-insulated product requires extreme

care and knowledge of the system and should be done only by

qualified service personnel. Replacement parts for a double-insulated

product must be identical to the original parts in the product. A

double-insulated product is marked with the words: «Double

insulation» or «double-insulated».

The symbol may also be marked on the product.

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Appropriate use

Your BERNINA machine is conceived and designed for private

household use. It answers the purpose to quilt fabrics as it is decribed

in this instruction manual. Any other use is not considered

appropriate. BERNINA assumes no liability concerning consequnces

resulting from an inappropriate usage.

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1 My BERNINA

1.1 Introduction

With your BERNINA 535 you can sew, embroider and quilt. Delicate silk or satin fabrics as well as heavy-

weight linen, fleece and denim can be sewn without any problems with this machine. Numerous practical as

well as decorative stitches, buttonholes and embroidery motifs are at your disposal.

Additional to this instruction manual, subsequently listed help programs are provided which will give you

useful advice and support at any time how to operate your BERNINA 535.

The Tutorial gives information and explanations, covering various aspects of sewing, embroidering and the

different stitches.

The Creative Consultant informs you about decision support for sewing projects. After entering the kind of

fabric and the desired sewing project, suggestions concerning the suitable needle or the appropriate presser

foot are displayed.

The Help Program contains information about individual stitch patterns, functions and applications in the

display.

Further information

In addition to this instruction manual of your BERNINA 535 further information products are enclosed.

The latest version of your instruction manual as well as additional information in connection with the

machine and accessories can be found on our website http://www.bernina.com

1.2 Welcome to the world of BERNINA

Made to create, this is the slogan of BERNINA. Not only our machines do support you to implement your

ideas, but on top of that, our below mentioned opportunities also offer various inspirations and instructions

for your future projects as well as the option to exchange ideas with other sewing and embroidering

enthusiasts. We wish you lots of pleasrue doing that.

BERNINA YouTube Channel

On YouTube we offer a wide range of how-to videos and support concerning the most important functions

of our machines. Detailed explanations are also provided as for the various presser feet, so that your projects

will succeed completely.

http://www.youtube.com/BerninaInternational

Provided in the languages English and German.

inspiration – the sewing magazine

Are you looking for ideas, sewing patterns and instructions for great projects? In that case the BERNINA

magazine «inspiration» is exactly what you need. «inspiration» offers extraordinary sewing and embroidery

ideas four times a year. From seasonal fashion trends to trendy accessories and practical tips to decorate your

home in an original way.

http://www.bernina.com/inspiration

The magazine is available in the languages English, German, Dutch and French. Not available in all countries.

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BERNINA Blog

Fancy instructions, free sewing patterns and embroidery motifs as well as many new ideas: all this you can

find in the weekly blog by BERNINA. Our experts give valuable tips and explain step by step how you can

achieve the desired result. In the community you can upload your own projects and exchange experiences

and ideas with other sewing and embroidering enthusiasts.

http://www.bernina.com/blog

Provided in the languages English, German and Dutch.

BERNINA Social Media

Follow us on the social networking to learn more about events, thrilling projects as well as tips and tricks all

about sewing and embroidering. We will keep you informed and we are looking forward to presenting you

the one or the other highlight from the world of BERNINA.

http://www.bernina.com/social-media

1.3 Key to signs

DANGER

Labels a danger with a high risk which can lead to death or severe injury unless it is avoided.

WARNING

Labels a danger with a medium risk which can lead to death or severe injury unless it is avoided.

CAUTION

Labels a danger with a low risk which can lead to light or medium injury unless it is avoided.

NOTICE

Labels a danger which can end up with damage unless it is avoided.

Tips given by BERNINA sewing experts can be found next to this sign.

By means of illustration, sample pictures are used in this instruction manual. The machines as well as the

accessory shown in the pictures may vary from the delivery content of your machine.

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1.4 Overview Machine

Overview front controls

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1 Quick reverse 6 Needle up/down

2 Thread cutter 7 Presser foot pressure

3 Securing 8 Upper Multifunctional knob

4 Start/Stop 9 Lower Multifunctional knob

5 Pattern end 10 Needle left/right

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